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Provides a technical overview of the PowerBook G4 17-inch computer for developers.
Outlines the document's structure, detailing chapters and appendixes for easy navigation.
Lists and briefly describes the key features of the PowerBook G4 17-inch computer.
Describes the physical aspects and views of the PowerBook G4 17-inch computer.
Details included and separately available peripheral devices for the computer.
Covers the operating system and system software aspects of the PowerBook G4 17-inch.
Details power saving modes, reduced processor performance, and operating states.
Presents a simplified block diagram of the main logic board and its buses.
Details the microprocessor and its associated cache memory configurations.
Explains the features and clock speed of the PowerPC G4 microprocessor.
Covers the Intrepid IC, memory controller, and supported buses.
Explains the memory subsystem, including slots and DDR SDRAM.
Details the custom Intrepid IC for I/O interfaces and control signals.
Covers the USB controllers, ports, and compliance with USB specifications.
Details the FireWire controller's support for IEEE 1394a and 1394b standards.
Covers the Ethernet controller, MAC, and PHY interface.
Explains the built-in modem's features and connection via USB.
Describes the Snapper circuitry for audio processing and playback.
Details the power controller IC (PMU99) and its power management features.
Details the USB ports, connectors, and their specifications for peripheral connection.
Covers the FireWire 400 and 800 ports, their capabilities, and connector details.
Details the target disk mode for high-speed data transfer and drive diagnosis.
Describes the built-in Ethernet port, its supported speeds, and connector.
Explains the features and connection of the built-in modem.
Details the integrated wireless LAN module, its hardware, and software.
Explains the integrated Bluetooth specification for short-range wireless connections.
Details the internal hard disk drive, its capacity, interface, and connector.
Details the slot-loading SuperDrive, its read/write speeds, and DVD playback.
Describes the keyboard layout, backlighting, and alternate key functions.
Details the built-in wide-screen, 100 dpi, color flat-panel display specifications.
Discusses the DVI port for connecting external displays and monitor modes.
Covers stereo sound output and input capabilities, including jacks and speakers.
Details the two RAM expansion slots for SO-DIMMs and total capacity.
Specifies mechanical and electrical characteristics for DDR RAM SO-DIMMs.
Specifies maximum current limits for RAM SO-DIMMs during active and sleep modes.
Describes the CardBus slot's compatibility with PC Cards and its limitations.
Refers to Apple Technical Notes for detailed questions on Macintosh computers and Mac OS.
Provides information on OpenGL for Macintosh and 3D graphics development.
Directs users to web resources for information about the PowerPC G4 microprocessor.
Explains Velocity Engine (AltiVec) and its developer support resources.
Points to developer documentation for Mac OS X version 10.2.
Provides references to technical notes introducing Open Firmware on Macintosh.
Directs to JEDEC and Intel specifications for DDR RAM SO-DIMMs.
Refers to Mac OS USB DDK API Reference and USB specifications.
Directs to resources for FireWire IEEE 1394a/1394b interfaces and Apple API.
Lists standard units of measure used in the document.
Lists other abbreviations used throughout the developer note.
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